Le Magasin des horizons, Contemporary art center in Grenoble, France
Le Magasin des horizons operates in a large industrial hall with exhibition spaces, meditation areas, and facilities for artistic practices.
The building, constructed by Gustave Eiffel for the 1900 Paris Universal Exhibition, was relocated to Grenoble in 1901 for industrial purposes.
The center organizes temporary exhibitions throughout the year, presenting installations, sculptures, videos, photographs, and performance art from international artists.
Visitors can access the center from Wednesday to Sunday between 11:00 and 19:00, with guided tours available on weekends at 16:00.
The educational program École du Magasin transformed into Ateliers des Horizons, focusing on professional training in curatorial practices and societal aspects.
Location: Grenoble
Inception: 1986
Official opening: 1986
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Opening Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 11:00-19:00
Website: http://magasin-cnac.org
GPS coordinates: 45.18750,5.70444
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
Grenoble displays architectural developments from the medieval period to the present day. The medieval Notre-Dame Cathedral stands in the historic center, while the Art Museum offers modern exhibition spaces. The city includes the Tour Perret, a cylindrical tower building from the 1920s, and the Garage hélicoïdal, a spiral parking structure from the same era. Religious buildings such as Saint-Louis Church and Saint-Bruno Church represent different stylistic periods. The Sainte-Cécile Convent and the Palace of the Parliament of Dauphiné show historic administrative and ecclesiastical architecture. The Bastille fortress overlooks the city and can be reached by cable car from Quai Stéphane Jay. The Hôtel de Lesdiguières and the Old Episcopal Palace document aristocratic residential culture. Paul-Mistral Park forms a large green space containing Lesdiguières Stadium and the Alpexpo conference center. The Saint-Laurent Bridge crosses the Isère River, while the Sainte-Claire market halls house daily commerce. Vizille Castle lies outside the city in the commune of the same name. The Musée dauphinois and the Museum of Resistance and Deportation present regional history, complemented by cultural facilities such as the MC2 cultural center and Le Magasin des horizons.
Grenoble sits in the Isère River valley, surrounded by three mountain ranges in the French Alps. The city combines alpine landscape with urban infrastructure and serves as a base for exploring the surrounding mountain regions. The Fort de la Bastille, accessible via a historic cable car, provides views over the city and valleys. Parc Paul Mistral covers 52 acres (21 hectares) in the city center and includes sports facilities and green spaces. The Musée de Grenoble displays European artworks from the 13th century to the present, including French painting and modern art. The Musée Dauphinois documents regional history and alpine culture. The Musée de l'Ancien Évêché focuses on local history from the Middle Ages to the present. Place Saint-André forms the historic center with medieval architecture, while Place Grenette serves as a central market square. Château de Vizille, located 9 miles (15 kilometers) south, was the site of the 1788 assembly and now houses a museum on the French Revolution. The Grottes de Sassenage, prehistoric limestone caves on the city outskirts, offer guided tours through underground galleries.
Pont de la Porte de France
1.4 km
Jardin des Dauphins
1.4 km
Grenoble–Montmélian railway
1.5 km
Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Grenoble
1 km
Porte de France
1.4 km
La Belle Électrique
41 m
Place Victor Hugo
1.6 km
Pont de Catane
870 m
Église Saint-Jean, Grenoble
1.1 km
The Three Peaks
933 m
Atelier Berthier-Bessac
980 m
Pont Esclangon
320 m
Pont d'Oxford
1.3 km
Pont du Drac
274 m
Église Saint-Bruno de Grenoble
758 m
Pont du Vercors
606 m
Quai de France
1.5 km
Théâtre 145
223 m
Quai de la Graille
1.3 km
Via ferrata de Grenoble
1.6 km
Atelier photo 38
1.1 km
St. George's Church, Grenoble, France
1.5 km
Montée des Dauphins
1.7 km
Église Saint-Vincent-de-Paul de Grenoble
1.5 km
Via ferrata de Grenoble
1.5 km
Equestrian statue of Philis de La Charce
1.4 km
Pont du Drac
280 m
Square des Fusillés
169 mReviews
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